February 27 - March 1, 2026
Check out the top events in Boston this weekend below.
Highlights
Back to Top of ListCelebrate the Year of the Horse at the Lunar New Year Lion Dance parade featuring cultural performances, arts and crafts, vendors, and more. Indulge in delicious prix fixe dining during Dine Out Boston, now through March 7! Browse more weekend highlights below.
- Citywide
- Recurring daily
Dine Out Boston is brought to you by Meet Boston, providing locals and visitors alike the opportunity to try many restaurants in the area at special prices. Participating restaurants offer prix fixe menus for both lunch and dinner - Reserve a table today! Diners can choose from a…
- HUE Boston
Join us for The Boston100 Legacy Celebration, an unforgettable evening in celebration of 100 years of black history uplifting the legacy of black excellence in Boston. We are honoring and celebrating the legacy of everyone who played a role the past 100 years of Black Boston…
- Chinatown
Celebrate the Year of the Horse in Boston's Chinatown with the annual Lunar New Year Lion Dance Parade! Stop by the Chinese New Year Cultural Village and enjoy lion dances, live performances, Chinese calligraphy, and more. The parade starts at Phillips Square at 10 am. Click here…
Family-friendly
Back to Top of ListMake the most of your family time with exciting activities for the whole family. Discover fun things to do with kids in Boston below.
In conjunction with the Frostival Ferris Wheel, The Greenway Carousel will be operating on the following schedule from February 6, 2026 – March 1, 2026: Fridays and Saturdays: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. February 16 – 19, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Please…
- Boston Frostival Lodge, Copley Square
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Get the family together for a fun-filled day at the Boston Frostival Lodge in Copley Square, featuring arts and crafts for the whole family! Warm up with rich Belgian hot chocolate topped with toasted meringue from the Snack Box Boston food truck along with winter-themed bites…
- Boston Frostival Lodge, Copley Square
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Cozy up with a warm drink and comforting bites from Eataly Boston, then settle in for a silent, headphone-only movie experience at the Boston Frostival Lodge in Copley Square. This relaxed event takes place on Saturdays from noon to 2 pm. Movie Titles & Dates: February 7…
Join us for a Balloon Magic Show with Jungle Jim, a performance for kids of all ages (ideal for kids 3-9). This fun, high energy show will have children entertained and engaged from start to finish! The show is a combination of storytelling, exercises, magic, interactive play and…
Never hear those dreaded words "I’m Bored" with these family-friendly activities.
Winter Fun
Back to Top of ListDon't miss your last chance to experience the Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair featuring festive bites from Eataly, Winter Games–themed programming, curling, and more. Embrace the season with heated igloo dining, followed by fun winter activities like curling, ice skating, and ice bumper cars. Browse seasonal events and activities happening this weekend below.
- Copley Square
- Recurring daily
Step into winter magic at the Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair, now open in Copley Square as part of the inaugural Boston Frostival. This cozy, immersive escape blends Scandinavian charm, alpine lodge vibes, and a distinctly Boston flair—featuring shoppable Wayfair…
- The Tall Ship
- Recurring daily
Celebrate the winter season with ice skating, ice bumper cars, chalet lounges, festive food, drinks, and the city skyline as your backdrop! Enjoy elevated comfort and ski lodge fare, while sipping on cocktails at our twenty-five foot ice bar. Ice Skating 60-minute skating…
- Rose Kennedy Greenway
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
See Boston From New Heights! This February, the Rose Kennedy Greenway becomes the ultimate winter hot spot with a towering Ferris Wheel offering sweeping skyline views. Picture yourself above the city lights and Boston’s iconic landmarks as your backdrop! Complimentary Community…
- Seaport
- Recurring daily
The curling lanes will be open from November 7th, 2025 - February 28th, 2026. Reservations are made through the Seaport Insider app. Each time slot booking will provide you with 1 curling lane reservation for a group of up to 8 people for 30-minutes. Upon arrival, attendees will…
- The Liberty Hotel Boston
- Recurring daily
Winter has arrived in Boston, but that doesn’t mean the end of outdoor events at The Liberty Hotel! Join us for a winter Curling experience in the Liberty’s private patio. Enjoy curling on our synthetic rink, cocktails and light bites. You can once again throw stones at Beacon…
- Ballers Boston Seaport
- Recurring daily
Winter hits differently in the Seaport. Ballers' innovative synthetic rink lets you glide under city lights without the bite of traditional ice, creating a winter playground for families, friends, and anyone ready to show off their best moves. Cozy firepits, hot drinks, and…
- Boston Commong
- Recurring daily
The Frog Pond ice skating rink is now open for the 2025-2026 season! General Hours: Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:45 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM…
- Rooftop Lookout at the Envoy Hotel
- Recurring daily
Enjoy the stunning views of the skyline and harbor all year long from the comfort of Boston's rooftop igloo bar — Lookout Rooftop. The rooftop kicks up the cozy factor during the cooler months, providing guests with specialty cocktails, small plates, and an exclusive igloo…
- Recurring daily
Skate @Canal District Kendall is a seasonal outdoor ice-skating rink located in the heart of Canal District Kendall, just off 3rd Street. Hours: Monday & Tuesday: Noon - 5pm* Wednesday & Thursday: Noon - 8pm Friday: Noon - 9pm Saturday: 11am - 9pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm…
Discover the magic of winter in Boston, where sparkling holiday lights, festive markets, and exciting seasonal events bring the city to life.
Food, Beer, & Wine
Back to Top of ListBrowse upcoming beer, wine, and food events in Boston below.
Step into an evening of unparalleled elegance and indulgence at our Grand Dinners in the iconic Wharf Room. With sweeping harbor views as your backdrop and a setting steeped in timeless grandeur, these evenings promise to be nothing short of extraordinary. Imagine a night where…
An intentional wine fair coming to Boston in February 2026 Femme Fête i s a wine & beverage fair, comprised entirely of women makers. These individuals prioritize responsible farming methods, execute fair labor practices & adhere to natural/sustainable winemaking…
Chef Douglass Williams will host a special fundraising brunch on February 28 th , 10:30am at MIDA Fenway, with culinary stars Chef Chris Faison of Hell's Kitchen, Chef Chris Viaud of The Lake Estate on Winnisquam and Royal Smith, proprietor, D7 Tavern and Café cooking alongside…
Explore a rotating lineup of hands on classes and guided tastings that turn learning into a good time. Shake up a signature cocktail, hone your bartending skills, sip through a curated beer flight, or discover your new favorite wine and cheese pairing. Learn something new while…
Learn how to make hand-pulled noodles from scratch with James Beard nominated Chef and PAGU owner, Tracy Chang. Tracy has given lectures on the science of hand-pulled noodles at Harvard, MIT, and Barcelona Science and Cooking World Congress. Our PAGU team will dive into the…
- Rochambeau
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Step into a Sunday symphony at Rochambeau! Let jazz melodies serenade your brunch as you savor French delights and sip on expertly crafted cocktails. Our Parisian-inspired menu will elevate your weekend, accompanied by rotating local artists from 10:30am-2pm. Secure your spot in…
Sip, swirl, and savor at Boston’s most elegant wine bars.
Music & Theater
Back to Top of ListExperience a captivating performance in Boston. Explore top shows happening this weekend below.
- Huntington Theatre Company
- Recurring daily
A dying woman calls her grandson and asks him to write a play about their family. “But I want you to promise me something,” she says. “Make it as bitter and vitriolic as possible.” In this searing, funny, and deeply personal play, the author of Prayer for the French Republic…
The Hasty Pudding Theatricals has delighted audiences as the oldest theatrical company in the United States, making it a beloved Harvard tradition and a celebrated stage for the next generation of talent. Completely written, produced, and performed by Harvard students, the…
- The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts, Watertown
Join the March family around the hearth as ASP explores one of the most beloved texts in American literature, in a bold new adaptation by Kate Hamill (Emma, The Odyssey, Pride & Prejudice). In the Victorian-era idylls of Concord, Jo March is anything but your classic…
- Emerson Colonial Theatre
- Recurring daily
Welcome to HADESTOWN , where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel…
Join us for DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a…
- Strand Theatre, Dorchester
This will be the 17th year of the South Asian Showdown (SAS) due to the support of the teams, sponsors and community! We look to make this the BIGGEST SAS ever! Teams from all over North America & Canada have deemed us “one of the best Bollywood/Fusion competitions” in the…
Join internationally acclaimed cellist Yi-Bing Chu for a spellbinding afternoon at historic Faneuil Hall. A prize winner of the Geneva International Music Competition and the first Chinese cellist to receive a major international award, Mr. Chu has served as Principal Cellist of…
The Chicago Symphony returns to Boston with music director designate Klaus Mäkelä. Fresh off his 2024 Series appearance with Orchestre de Paris, the 29-year-old Finnish superstar doesn’t officially take the helm of this legendary orchestra until the 2026/27 season—but this…
Everything from Broadway hits and acclaimed dance to smaller, more intimate shows.
Museums & Exhibitions
Back to Top of ListExplore recently opened exhibitions and upcoming museum events below.
- EventThem Inc. (EventThem / TicketUnion / EventThem Studios)
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
EventThem is proud to present The Art of Aquarius, the first solo exhibition by painter Adèle Patnaude. Known for her ethereal and nature-inspired work, Adèle creates paintings that dwell in the quiet thresholds – between light and shadow, seen and unseen, earth and sky…
- Downtown Boston Alliance
- Recurring daily
Check out Winteractive, Downtown Boston’s Outdoor Winter Art Exhibition! Winteractive is a free, walkable art experience! The third annual edition of Winteractive features artworks and interactive play elements at 18 different sites, presented by the Downtown Boston Alliance…
- CambridgeSide
- Recurring daily
Walk beneath life-size reproductions of the Sistine Chapel ceiling. Every brushstroke, every detail — just feet away. Date Open Feb 12, 2026 – Close May 10, 2026 Duration 60 – 90 minutes Hours Wed - Sat: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM(last entry 7 PM) Sun: 11:00 AM…
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Recurring daily
Vivid prints of divinities are part of daily life for Hindus in India and around the world, used for worship in homes, factories, and offices, as well as for adornment on cars, calendars, computers, and shop counters. The art world has historically overlooked these images, often…
- Peabody Essex Museum
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Explore the first retrospective of acclaimed 19th-century Black and Indigenous sculptor Edmonia Lewis. Born in Greenbush, New York in 1844, Lewis became the first sculptor of Black and Indigenous (Mississauga) descent to achieve international recognition. Beginning her career in…
Join us as we honor Black history, amplify creative voices, and build meaningful connections. Join MadeINcubator and Living Art Boston In partnership with the Museum of African American History. Rooted & Rising is an intimate Black History Month gathering that honors Black…
Meet up-and-coming scientists and learn about questions at the forefront of research today in this series of short talks. Speaker: Dr. Jessica Whited Whited Lab, Harvard Stem Cell Institute Have you ever wondered what makes axolotls so unique? Do you want to learn more about…
Home to world-renowned museums, storied sports stadiums, star-studded concert venues, and distinguished performance theaters, you'll find what you're looking for in Boston.
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